E+H advised Yflavour on early-stage financing round

E+H advised Yflavour FlexCo, an innovative Graz-based startup specializing in the development of sustainable flavor solutions for plant-based meat alternatives, on the completion of a six-figure early-stage financing round. The investment was provided by the notable Austrian investors Angels United GmbH. The startup intends to use the funds to continue its growth trajectory.

Yflavour was founded in 2024 and has developed a flavor powder that gives plant-based meat alternatives an authentic and natural meat flavor—without the use of animal ingredients. What sets the concept apart is its consistently sustainable approach. The company uses byproducts of industrial food manufacturers that were previously often treated as waste, even though they contain valuable ingredients, as the raw material. These “sidestreams” can be used to create a flavoring agent that not only enhances the taste of plant-based meat products but also increases their nutritional value.

In addition to the ecological dimension, the Yflavour team places great emphasis on the nutritional quality of the products. The vision extends beyond mere taste: plant-based meat should not only taste like meat but also offer comparable nutrition—as a genuine, valuable source of protein for the human body.

The powder offers several health benefits. It allows for a significant reduction in the salt content of the final products, which can help prevent cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, it is able to specifically mask and neutralize the bitter or artificial flavors that many plant-based meat alternatives exhibit.

“It has been a great pleasure for us to accompany Yflavour on this exciting journey since its founding. With its innovative technology and clear commitment to sustainability, Yflavour has the potential to bring about lasting change in the food industry. We wish the entire Yflavour team every success for the future!” said E+H venture capital and startup expert Steve Jeitler, who led the advisory team for Yflavour during the funding round alongside Florian Vidreis. Marie-Sophie Rucker also provided advisory support.

“This funding round is much more than just capital for Yflavour; it is a vote of confidence in our team, our technology, and in the vision that healthy eating doesn’t have to mean compromising on taste. We are very much looking forward to our collaboration with the notable investors Angels United—strong partnerships give us the momentum we need for the next step. We would like to express our sincere thanks for the professional handling of this process and appreciate the outstanding support from Steve Jeitler and the entire E+H team,” say Yflavour founders Astrid Radkohl and Lukas Bernauer, who are greatly pleased with the completion of the funding round.

“For Angels United, Yflavour is a prime example of forward-looking food tech investments. The team is solving a real problem in the food industry and, by utilizing industrial byproducts, is creating a win-win situation for both the environment and the market,” says the Angels United team.

E+H Team (Advisors to Yflavour)

Lead: Steve Jeitler (Partner, Corporate + M&A, Start-up + VC) and Florian Vidreis (Associate, Corporate + M&A, Start-up + VC)

Also: Marie-Sophie Rucker (Associate, Corporate + M&A, Start-up + VC)

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